1927-S $20 MS66 NGC. The higher Mint State grades of the 1927-S are
quite rare. NGC and PCGS, for example, have certified a...

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Magnificent Premium Gem 1927-S Twenty

1927-S $20 MS66 NGC. The higher Mint State grades of the
1927-S are quite rare. NGC and PCGS, for example, have certified a
total of six '27-S examples in MS66, and a mere three coins grade
finer 10/05). Indeed, only four specimens grading MS66 have made
auction appearances at major sales in the past ten or so years, and
one piece grades higher.
The coin offered in this lot possesses a wonderful mix of apricot
and yellow-gold patination, and exhibits vibrant luster. The design
elements are exceptionally well struck, though the Capitol reveals
minor softness. It is devoid of significant marks, save for an
inoffensive shallow linear abrasion on Liberty's chest.
Interestingly though, a mint made "scrape" on the sun is noted (we
have recently seen another 1927-S twenty with the same feature,
leading one to believe that the two coins in question were struck
from the same reverse die within a relatively short period of time.
Perhaps the parent die was over polished in this area). This is a
magnificent specimen that is sure to generate spirited bidding.
Population: 4 in 66, 2 finer (10/05).From The Phillip H. Morse Collection of Saint-Gaudens Coinage,
Part Two.(Registry
values: N1) (NGC ID# 26GJ, PCGS# 9188)

The Coinage of Augustus Saint-Gaudens is an issue-by-issue examination of these two artistically inspired series of gold coins.
Each date and mintmark is reviewed with up-to-date information, much of which has never been previously published. The book is based on
two extraordinary collections: The Phillip H. Morse collection and the Dr. and Mrs. Steven L. Duckor collection.